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WILDLIFE INFORMATION <br />1. Significant Game Resources on the Affected Lands <br />EXHIBIT H <br />Mule deer use the meadows above the river for wintertime habitat and grazing. Deer also use these <br />areas to a lesser extent. These animals can also be seen at any time of year on the site. <br />2. Significant Non -Game Resources on the Affected Lands <br />Bald eagles have been sighted in the area although no nests have been seen within the vicinity of the <br />permit area. Jack Rabbits, Cotton Tail Rabbits, Richardson Ground Squirrels, Morning Doves and <br />several bird species use the area. <br />3. Seasonal Use of the Affected Lands <br />As described in Item 1 above, mule deer use the area in the winter for grazing on the open range <br />areas. In the spring and late fall, migrant bald eagles are known to feed in the area. <br />4. Presence and Estimated Population of Threatened and Endangered species in the area. <br />None. <br />5. Fish Resources <br />Although rare, cutthroat trout can be found in areas upstream of the White River. This is not an <br />endangered or threatened species but is a species of special concern. regardless, there is no way that <br />this operation could affect any cutthroat trout populations. Rainbow trout and brook trout are also <br />found in the River in the area of the permit but since all runoff for the 100 year event is being <br />contained on site, the operation cannot affect any fish in the river. <br />6. General Effects of the Operation on the Existing Wildlife of the Area <br />As shown in the letter from Bill de Vergie of the Meeker office of the Colorado Division of Wildlife, <br />no effects are expected from this operation. Various precautionary measures are being taken to trap <br />sediment and restore the land to productive grazing upon completion of mining. See Mining and <br />Reclamation Plans. <br />The CDOW letter is included in Appendix D. <br />SOILS INFORMATION <br />Berry Pit 3/02 24 <br />EXHIBIT I <br />